We will continue to press the UK Government that they enter into negotiations with both devolved administrations on the bill on the basis that we are equal partners on an issue that will have a hugely significant impact on the future of our economy and society.

Announcing the membership of the Committee, Welshman Lord Williams of Mostyn, leader of the House of Lords, said: "The devolved administrations are invited to attend, as are others in accordance with their expertise, experience and responsibilities.

Sturgeon will tell a British-Irish Council Summit: "It is absolutely essential that Scotland's voice, and those of the other devolved administrations, is heard to ensure our interests are acknowledged - we can't be kept in the dark.

TODAY'S meeting of the Joint Ministerial Committee on Brexit is a crucial opportunity to reset the relationship between the UK Government and the devolved administrations, according to Wales' Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford.

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